Holiday Inn Express San Diego South-National City by IHG

4.1
726 reviews
We are an interior corridor hotel.

About

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Relax and Recharge at our Hotel in National CityThe Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - National City is conveniently located off I-805 and is within minutes from San Diego International Airport, the Convention Center, Cruise Ship Terminal, Downtown (Gaslamp District), Sea World, San Diego Zoo, world famous beaches, as well as a wide variety of restaurants, shopping and entertainment. Our National City hotel guests will experience cozy accommodations, free parking, and amenities including plush new bedding, a complimentary hot breakfast buffet with warm Cinnabon's, free wifi, business center, fitness center, an outdoor heated pool and whirlpool hot tub. Our central location places you within a short distance from the Olympic Training Center, Sesame Place San Diego, Historic Old Town, Balboa Park, Seaport Village, Petco Park, Qualcomm Stadium, Coronado Island, shopping malls such as Westfield Plaza Bonita, Fashion Valley, Mission Valley and Horton Plaza, USS Midway, Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD), Point Loma, the Maritime Museum, as well as University of San Diego (USD), San Diego State University (SDSU) and University of California San Diego (UCSD). Nearby businesses are National City Civic Center, US Naval Base San Diego 32nd Street, NASSCO, General Dynamics, NMS Management, United Technologies. We're certain that you'll enjoy your stay in Americas finest city, so Stay Smart!®

Location

Holiday Inn Express San Diego South-National City by IHG
1645 East Plaza Boulevard, National City, CA
91950, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.1
726 reviews
5 stars
347
4 stars
208
3 stars
85
2 stars
37
1 star
49

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Staff Service

Many customers praised the friendly and helpful staff, particularly mentioning individuals like Mario, Liz, and Diego for their exceptional service.

Cleanliness

Overall, guests noted that the rooms and facilities were clean and well-maintained, although some reported issues with specific rooms, such as mold and pests.

Breakfast Quality

The complimentary breakfast received positive feedback for its variety and quality, with many guests enjoying the rotating hot items and overall selection.

Noise Issues

Several reviews highlighted noise disturbances from outside and within the hotel, including thin walls and loud neighbors, affecting the overall comfort of the stay.

Location and Accessibility

The hotel is conveniently located near major attractions and restaurants, but some guests found the parking lot entrance difficult to navigate.
  • VG
    Vinaya Gogineni
    Jan 3, 2026
    4.0
    Neat/Clean hotel, Friendly staff, good room sizes. Had adequate parking and close to freeways and many eateries
  • MF
    Miguel Fernandez
    Dec 27, 2025
    5.0
    Muy limpio excelente ubicación a precio accesible
  • EA
    Eitan Alexander
    Dec 9, 2025
    5.0
    Wonderful two night stay. Staff was amazing . . . friendly, professional, going above and beyond. Had the pleasure of dealing mostly with Mariano who checked me in and told me a couple of priceless bad/dad jokes in the process. Even fixed the TV connection in my room. That man did it all. Rooms and facilities were nice and clean. Thoughtfully furnished and not sterile. Plenty of amenities. High recommended. If I'm visiting friends in National City, I'm definitely staying there again.
  • JH
    John Hall
    Nov 30, 2025
    5.0
    I spent three days there last week; next time that I am in the area, this will be where I stay. The parking lot was secure, the rooms and lobby were great, and the staff was friendly. JH
  • TJ
    Tom Jones
    Nov 17, 2025
    5.0
    Awesome play to stay ,It was Clean and Modern! Family loved. The pancakes in the morning. Mario was very knowledgeable of the surrounding area and was able to recommend something delicious and kid friendly in the area.

Frequently Asked Questions About Holiday Inn Express San Diego South-National City by IHG

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express San Diego South-National City?

Check-in time is at 3:00 PM and check-out time is at 11:00 AM.

Does the hotel offer free breakfast?

Yes, a complimentary hot breakfast buffet is available for free.